Internal Control & Compliance Officer at Mshel Homes Limited

Mshel Homes Limited is a real estate development and marketing company incorporated in 2018 with a unique vision to be the leading real estate company in Nigeria, with an outstanding reputation for honesty, integrity and impeccable customer service.

At Mshel Homes Limited our mission is to create a lifetime relationship with our clientele by deliverying property solutions through innovative and technological driven processes that caters to your real estate needs whilst adhering to the highest standards, systems and performance goals necessary to achieving your dreams.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Control & Compliance Officer

Location: Abuja
Job type: Full-time (Onsite)

Job Summary

• The Internal Control & Compliance Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring internal control frameworks, policies, and compliance programs across Mshel Homes Limited’s operations.
• The role ensures that business processes adhere to applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and industry best practices, while proactively identifying risks and recommending corrective actions.
• The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and possesses a strong understanding of control systems, risk management, and regulatory compliance within the real estate and property development sector.

Key Responsibilities
Internal Control Management:

• Develop, implement, and continuously review the company’s internal control policies, procedures, and frameworks.
• Conduct regular reviews and testing of internal controls across all departments to assess adequacy and effectiveness.
• Identify control gaps, weaknesses, and process inefficiencies and escalate findings with recommended remediation plans.
• Ensure controls are properly documented, communicated, and consistently applied across all business units.
• Support management in maintaining a robust control environment that safeguards company assets and ensures data integrity.

Compliance Monitoring & Regulatory Affairs:

• Monitor the company’s adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards including CAC, FIRS, EFCC, and relevant real estate regulations.
• Maintain an updated compliance calendar and ensure timely filing of statutory returns, renewals, and regulatory submissions.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, external auditors, and government agencies on compliance-related matters.
• Conduct periodic compliance assessments and gap analyses to identify areas of regulatory exposure.
• Keep management informed of emerging regulatory changes and their potential impact on company operations.

Risk Assessment & Management:

• Assist in the development and implementation of the company’s enterprise risk management (ERM) framework.
• Conduct risk assessments across operational, financial, legal, and reputational dimensions of the business.
• Maintain a company-wide risk register and ensure timely escalation of high-risk items to management.
• Work cross-functionally with department heads to embed risk awareness and mitigation into day-to-day operations.
• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of agreed risk mitigation measures.

Audit Support & Investigation:

• Coordinate and support internal and external audit exercises, including provision of documentation and audit evidence.
• Follow up on audit findings and recommendations to ensure timely and appropriate resolution by relevant departments.
• Conduct investigations into reported cases of fraud, policy violations, irregularities, or ethical breaches.
• Prepare investigation reports with detailed findings, root causes, and recommended disciplinary or corrective actions.
• Maintain confidentiality and objectivity in all internal review and investigation activities.

Policy Development & Training:

• Develop, review, and update company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and compliance manuals.
• Design and facilitate staff training and awareness programs on internal controls, ethics, anti-fraud measures, and compliance obligations.
• Champion a culture of compliance, accountability, and ethical conduct across the organization.
• Maintain a policy repository and ensure all staff have access to current and approved versions.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Prepare comprehensive internal control and compliance reports for management and the Board as required.
• Document all control reviews, compliance checks, risk assessments, and findings in an organized and retrievable manner.
• Track and report on key compliance metrics, control testing outcomes, and risk indicators on a periodic basis.
• Support due diligence processes by providing accurate and complete compliance documentation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Percentage of internal control reviews completed on schedule.
• Number and severity of control gaps identified and remediated within agreed timelines.
• Compliance rate with statutory filings, regulatory submissions, and renewal deadlines.
• Resolution rate and turnaround time on audit findings and investigation recommendations.
• Staff compliance awareness levels as measured by training participation and assessments.
• Quality, completeness, and timeliness of internal control and compliance reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Must have 3–5 years of experience in internal control, compliance, audit, or risk management.
• Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or CFE is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in the real estate, construction, financial services, or professional services sector is an advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Nigerian regulatory frameworks, tax obligations, and corporate governance standards.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical, investigative, and critical thinking skills.
• In-depth knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk management methodologies.
• Excellent understanding of Nigerian regulatory and compliance landscape.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly to management.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and audit/compliance management tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Sound judgment, objectivity, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Personal Attributes:

• Unquestionable integrity and high ethical standards.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Resilient and objective — able to deliver difficult findings professionally and constructively.
• Collaborative team player with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Salary Range
N200,000 - N300,000 / Month.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@mshelhomes.com using the Position as the subject of the email.